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True Story: Private Colleges Are A Perfect Fit

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Wisconsin’s private colleges offer remarkable financial aid, welcoming environments, and the chance to find your people yet stand out at the same time.

Stories From Students

Private College,
In Their Own Words

Meet Azariah

“Instead of learning from a textbook... I’m learning from its author.”

Meet Isabel and her mom

“I hoped my child would find her place.
Even better: She found her passion.”

Meet Miranda

“I didn't know how to get financial aid...
but I got all the help I needed.”

Meet Nico

“Being accepted to college was great.
Being accepted at every turn is even greater.”

Check the numbers.

More diverse. More welcoming.

An experience that fits students' goals.

Financial support to graduate on time

Tuition at Wisconsin’s private colleges is often offset by generous financial aid. In fact, the average cost is often on-par or less expensive than public university tuition. Programs are designed with support to keep students on-track to graduate in four years — another way to manage the cost of a degree.

  • Average annual out-of-pocket amount has remained below $6,000 for the past decade.
  • 98% of full-time students receive financial aid
  • 91% receive grants and scholarships
A remarkable mix of students, at a remarkable mix of colleges.

Wisconsin private colleges actively work to cultivate inclusive cultures, creating student bodies that welcome a wide range of viewpoints, experiences and backgrounds. Compared to UW campuses, private colleges consistently account for a higher number of first-generation and students of color.

  • 31% are students of color (11% more than average public colleges)
  • 28% of undergraduate students are first-generation degree-seekers
  • 29% qualify for the Pell Grant, compared to 21% at public colleges
The perfect balance of inspiration and support

Everything about college can feel overwhelming, from finding the right school to moving into life as a college student. At Wisconsin private colleges, there is built-in support every step of the way. We want our students to succeed, and put the tools and resources in place to make that happen.

  • Personalized support that fosters success for a lifetime
  • Average class size of 16 students
  • Average student/faculty ratio of 12:1
Check the numbers.
Financial support to graduate on time

Tuition at Wisconsin’s private colleges is often offset by generous financial aid. In fact, the average cost is often on-par or less expensive than public university tuition. Programs are designed with support to keep students on-track to graduate in four years — another way to manage the cost of a degree.

  • Average annual out-of-pocket amount has remained below $6,000 for the past decade.
  • 98% of full-time students receive financial aid
  • 91% receive grants and scholarships
More diverse. More welcoming.
A remarkable mix of students, at a remarkable mix of colleges.

Wisconsin private colleges actively work to cultivate inclusive cultures, creating student bodies that welcome a wide range of viewpoints, experiences and backgrounds. Compared to UW campuses, private colleges consistently account for a higher number of first-generation and students of color.

  • 31% are students of color (11% more than average public colleges)
  • 28% of undergraduate students are first-generation degree-seekers
  • 29% qualify for the Pell Grant, compared to 21% at public colleges
An experience that fits students' goals.
The perfect balance of inspiration and support

Everything about college can feel overwhelming, from finding the right school to moving into life as a college student. At Wisconsin private colleges, there is built-in support every step of the way. We want our students to succeed, and put the tools and resources in place to make that happen.

  • Personalized support that fosters success for a lifetime
  • Average class size of 16 students
  • Average student/faculty ratio of 12:1
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